Raisio Oyj — M&A Activity 2008

Jan 10, 2008

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Raisio - Company Announcement

RAISIO'S PARTNER IN INDIA STARTED TEST MARKETING OF A BENECOL-PRODUCT

Raisio plc Stock Exchange Release 10 January 2008 RAISIO'S PARTNER IN INDIA STARTED TEST MARKETING OF A BENECOL-PRODUCT Raisio has agreed on cooperation with Indian company British Biologicals. Introduction of Benecol-containing nutritional powder to medical doctors as well as limited test marketing has been initiated in selected cities. The product range of British Biologicals includes nutritional powders designed for different target groups. In India, nutritional powders are premium products favoured by young, highly educated people. Raisio negotiates also with a number of Indian food companies on introducing other Benecol-containing products in India. RAISIO PLC Heidi Hirvonen Communications Manager tel. +358 2 443 2242 or +358 50 567 3060 Further information: Matti Rihko, CEO, tel. +358 400 830 727 Distribution OMX Nordic Exchange, Helsinki Key media www.raisio.com